{"product_id":"expanded-gi-health-panel-by-diagnostechs-stool-saliva","title":"Expanded GI Health Panel™ by DiagnosTechs (stool \u0026 saliva)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"PanelsTextContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diagnos-Techs™ Gastrointestinal (GI) Health Panels are non-invasive screens of the GI system and its function. They include 15-22 individual, yet related tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStool and saliva samples are submitted after convenient at-home collection. The GI Health Panels combine pathogen testing, inflammatory markers and other lab measures of possible disease or dysfunction for a comprehensive evaluation of GI health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe GI-1 panel screens for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eBacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e– to look for infectious organisms (including H. pylori) and to help evaluate balance of “good and bad” bacteria in the gut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFungi and yeast\u003c\/strong\u003e– to identify overgrowth of yeast (including \u003cem\u003eCandida\u003c\/em\u003e) and fungi that may be associated with GI symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eParasites\u003c\/strong\u003e– with both microscopic evaluation of samples and identification of immune markers of infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAntibodies to gluten\u003c\/strong\u003e– to evaluate potential benefit of gluten-free diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDigestive function markers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eMarkers of intestinal inflammation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFecal occult blood\u003c\/strong\u003e– to look for GI bleeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTotal sIgA\u003c\/strong\u003e– to evaluate function of immune barrier in the GI tract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe GI-2 panel contains all of the above GI-1 tests and additionally screens for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAntibodies to dairy, soy and egg proteins–\u003c\/strong\u003e to evaluate potential benefit from removing dairy, soy and\/or eggs from your diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Immune markers of infection from \u003cstrong\u003efour additional parasites.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe GI Health Panels may be helpful for determining the underlying cause of:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Chronic or vague abdominal pain or discomfort\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Gas or bloating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Constipation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Diarrhea or loose stools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Abdominal cramping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Heartburn or GERD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMode of Transmission and Risk Factors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe predominant method of transmission of parasites is the fecal–oral route. This can occur through hand contact with infected individuals or via contaminated water, soil or food. Many parasites are highly transmissible within a household environment. All family members should be tested if one member is positive for a GI infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople with suppressed immunity are at risk for longer and more serious GI infections. Individuals receiving chemotherapy for cancer are very susceptible to parasitic infections. Medications commonly used for autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, can also lead to a higher risk of infections. Frequent or excessive antibiotic use can render the GI tract more susceptible to chronic overgrowth of harmful microorganisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou may benefit from a GI Health Panel if you:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Frequently travel within the United States and\/or overseas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Frequently eat outside the home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Are exposed to feces (e.g., cat litter box)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Prepare or handle food\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Work in a hospital or other healthcare setting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Go hiking or camping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Live in a dormitory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Work with young children or have a child who attends daycare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Have a history of frequent or broad-spectrum antibiotic use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CandidaPlan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55860752285999,"sku":"GIHEALTH1","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8334\/9551\/files\/imgres__09582.1435264905.1280.1280.png?v=1774594230","url":"https:\/\/www.candidaplan.com\/products\/expanded-gi-health-panel-by-diagnostechs-stool-saliva","provider":"CandidaPlan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}